How the People Around Us Shape Our Inner Being
The right kind of people can help us grow and thrive. You become the average of the five people you spend the most time with. Find positivity and leave the negativity.
We've all experienced it - a song we heard playing in the background that immediately caught our attention and soothed our souls. It's like magic, the way it sinks into our minds and stays with us even after it's over. But what happens when the song suddenly stops playing? We find ourselves humming the tune, craving for it to return. This is the power of influence, and it's not just limited to music.
In life, we are surrounded by people - family, friends, colleagues, acquaintances. Each person we interact with has their own unique behaviors, actions, and words that can greatly impact us. Just like how a song can linger in our minds, the people we surround ourselves with can also influence our thoughts, beliefs, and behavior. We may not even realize it, but their actions and words may start to reflect in our own behavior.
It's essential to pay attention to the kind of influence we allow in our lives. Are the people around us lifting us up, inspiring us, and nurturing us? Or are they bringing us down, demotivating us, and influencing us in negative ways? It's important to surround ourselves with people who align with positivity. People who will encourage us to be the best version of ourselves.
"You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with."
- Jim Rohn, American Entrepreneur
So, choose wisely who you surround yourself with. Don't let negative influences hold you back and shape your inner being. Let positive influences lift you up and help you reach your full potential. Remember, just like how a good song can bring us comfort and joy, the right kind of people can help us grow and thrive.